Ultra running articles and media content
Best Ultra Marathons in Europe
Europe offers some of the most beautiful and hardest ultra marathons. We give our line-up of the best ultra marathons in Europe, spanning Madeira, Greece, Italy, UK and beyond.
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The Best Ultra Marathons for Beginners (2024)
Want to run your first ultra marathon but unsure where to start? We breakdown the best ultra marathons for beginners in 2024.
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The Summer Trail Series by ASICS 2023: Race Director’s Report
The full race report from the Summer Trail Series by ASICS 2023.
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Ultra X Tanzania 2023: A Runners Report
James Jamieson-Black shares his experience at Ultra X Tanzania 2023.
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Ultra X Tanzania 2023: Race Director’s Preview
The race preview from Ultra X Tanzania 2023, the inaugural event.
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Ultra X | How to run an ultramarathon and how long does it take?
How long does an ultra marathon take to run? We breakdown everything you need to know about running an ultramarathon, training, distance, terrain and technique.
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How to become an ultra runner
Ready to take your running to the next level? Learn how to become an ultra runner with our step-by-step guide. See what it takes to get to the start line...
The Allure of Barkley Marathons
Michiel Panhuysen explains how Gary Cantrell’s extraordinary Barkley Marathons opened his eyes to ultra running and helped push him to the limits.
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Top 10 tips – How to prepare for an Ultramarathon
We outline everything you need to know about how to prepare for an ultramarathon. Our guide and tips breakdown ultramarathon training, nutrition plans and what running shoes/gear you need.
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How to run an Ultramarathon
We breakdown what it takes to run an ultramarathon. From beginner to pro athlete, we share the training, planning, nutrition, and recovery strategies needed for a successful ultra marathon
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Ultra X – Ultramarathons in Asia
Looking for the ultimate ultramarathon experience in Asia? We’ve reviewed and compiled a list of the best international ultra marathon race events in Asia for 2023.
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Best Ultra marathons across the Middle East
Thinking of running an ultra marathon in Jordan, Egypt, Oman or Dubai? We’ve compiled the best desert, mountain, and road ultra marathons across the middle east in 2023.
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Best 2023 Ultra Marathons in the US 2023
We list the best ultra marathon races in the US for 2023. Explore some of North America’s unique ultramarathon races and trails with our top picks.
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Best Ultramarathons for Beginners in 2023
Looking to do your first ultra marathon? We list the best ultramarathons for beginners in 2023 across the UK and Europe that are suited for newcomers.
... Best UK Ultramarathons 2023
We list the best UK Ultramarathons for 2023. Discover the ultimate ultra marathon races in England, Scotland & Wales, the most outstanding ultra races for beginners and professionals.
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Ultra X – UTMB Qualifying Races
View the complete list of the UTMB qualifying races for 2023. Prepare for the UTMB World Series finals and complete Ultra X’s finest qualifying ultra-races.
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UTMB Qualification – How to qualify for UTMB
We breakdown exactly how to qualify for UTMB, and the qualifying points needed for OCC (50k), CCC (100k) and UTMB (100 mile) races. See how you can enter The Ultra-Trail...
Ultra X Jordan 2022: Race Directors Report
The full race report from Ultra X England 2022, which included both the 125km and the 50km race which took place on the 17th-18th September.
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Ultra X England 2022: Race Director’s Report
The full race report from Ultra X England 2022, which included both the 125km and the 50km race which took place on the 17th-18th September.
... Preparing To Race At Altitude: Ultra X Tanzania
Altitude is an endurance athlete’s worst enemy during an event but it does not have to be.
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